Hamas fundraising official wanted by German police

SummaryIran’s Fars News Agency criticized Azerbaijan and Israel for their perceived collaboration during the Eurovision song contest, highlighting a Jewish singer's representation of Azerbaijan and an Azerbaijani heritage singer from Israel. This condemnation reflects Iran's ongoing hostility towards Azerbaijan, which it views as a proxy for Israeli influence, exacerbated by Azerbaijan's public display of Jewish identity and diplomatic ties with Israel. Tensions have escalated with Iranian military exercises near the border and antisemitic propaganda, signaling...

SummaryBritain's largest mosques and Muslim organizations have sent an open letter to Prime Minister Keir Starmer, criticizing the UK government's inaction regarding the ongoing atrocities in Gaza, which they describe as collective punishment and potential war crimes. Signed by 44 institutions, the letter urges measures including an immediate ceasefire, ending the Gaza blockade, recognizing Palestinian statehood, and halting arms sales to Israel, emphasizing the need for a just two-state solution and warning that continued support...

SummaryTwo Israeli embassy staff were shot dead near the Jewish museum in Washington DC, with witnesses reporting gunshots. The suspected shooter, identified as 30-year-old Elias Rodriguez from Chicago, later entered the museum looking distressed and confessed to the act, stating, "I did this for Gaza, free Palestine," according to witnesses Yoni Kalin and Katie Kalisher. The incident occurred on Wednesday evening and has raised significant concerns regarding security and motivation behind the attack. Full Article

Article 2 of the EU-Israel Association Agreement, emphasizing respect for human rights, is being scrutinized as the EU's support for Israel continues despite the ongoing violence in Gaza since October 2023. The EU has recently expressed concerns about the humanitarian crisis, while Israel dismisses these concerns, arguing they misunderstand the situation. The author argues that the EU's failure to halt trade agreements with Israel indicates complicity in violations of Article 2, suggesting that true accountability...

Spain’s parliament passed a non-binding motion urging the government to impose an arms embargo on Israel due to its military actions in Gaza, with a vote of 176-171. The motion, supported by the leftist Sumar alliance and other parties, calls for banning exports that could aid the Israeli military and reforming trade laws against states accused of genocide, specifically mentioning Israel. Defence Minister Margarita Robles stated Spain has not engaged in arms trade with Israel...

SummaryIran is preparing for the fifth round of indirect talks with the US on May 23, amid concerns over a shift in the US stance. While Iran remains committed to its nuclear enrichment rights, the Iranian parliament has reaffirmed the peaceful nature of its nuclear program, insisting it will not abandon its enrichment activities. Meanwhile, Iran's Foreign Minister has emphasized the need for the West to stop threatening sanctions, as Iran seeks to balance its...